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Ford Escort Mk1 RS 1600 Rally

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Ford Escort Mk1 RS 1600 Rally Specifications
Engine (2L Cosworth BDX)
4 cylinder in-line
16 valve dohc
Crankshaft bearings: 5
Displacement: 1,993cc
Bore: 91mm
Stroke: 77mm
Compression ratio: 8 to 1
Valves: 2 per cylinder
Carburettors: two twin choke Webers
Power output: 240bhp at 8,000rpm

Performance
Maximum speed: 140mph
0-60mph: 4.5secs

Transmission
5-speed manual, all syncromesh
Rear wheel drive

Construction
Pressed steel monocoque

Brakes
Hydraulic, Front: discs
Rear: drum

Steering
Rack and pinion,

Suspension
Front: Independent MacPherson strut, anti roll bar
Rear: Semi-elliptic leaf springs

Wheels
4 stud, 13in Minilite

Dimensions & Weight
Wheelbase: 7ft 10.5in
Track: 4ft 2in
Overall length: 13ft 1in
Overall width:5ft 6.8in
Overall height:4ft 6in
Turning circle: 29.7ft
Kerb weight: NA